Meursault

Meursault is one of Bourgogne’s most celebrated white wine appellations and, together with Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet, forms the heart of great Chardonnay production in the Côte de Beaune. Although a small quantity of red wine is produced, Meursault’s international reputation rests firmly on Chardonnay. Its finest wines rank among the most sought-after and age-worthy white Bourgognes.

The vineyards rise above the village on predominantly east and south-east facing slopes, generally between 230 and 360 metres altitude. Limestone and marl are mixed with varying proportions of clay, creating significant differences between individual climats. The classical image of Meursault as simply rich and buttery understates this diversity: the best sites combine depth and texture with considerable freshness, tension and mineral definition.

Meursault has numerous Premier Cru climats but no Grand Cru vineyards. The most celebrated include Perrières, Genevrières and Charmes, with Perrières in particular widely regarded as one of Bourgogne’s greatest white-wine vineyards outside Grand Cru classification. Several highly regarded village lieux-dits, including Clos de la Barre and Les Narvaux, can also produce wines of remarkable character.

Meursault typically offers greater breadth and texture than neighbouring Puligny-Montrachet, with citrus and orchard fruit, hazelnut and subtle savoury complexity developing with age. At the highest level, the wines combine this richness with precision and extraordinary longevity, making Meursault one of the essential appellations for collectors of white Bourgogne.